Platanus Mexican Sycamore 30-45G

Mexican Sycamore is a fast-growing, heat-tolerant shade tree prized for its large tropical-style leaves, striking exfoliating bark, and excellent performance in Texas climates. It offers the bold look of a sycamore with improved tolerance to heat, drought, and urban conditions.

Key characteristics

• Mature size: 40–60 ft tall × 35–50 ft wide

• Form: Upright to spreading canopy with strong, open branching

• Foliage: Large, maple-like leaves with a soft gray underside; turns soft yellow to tan in fall

• Bark: Mottled peeling bark in shades of cream, olive, tan, and gray—excellent year-round interest

• Growth rate: Fast

• Sun: Full sun to partial shade

• Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

• Soil: Adaptable; performs well in clay and alkaline soils

• Urban tolerance: Very good—handles heat, wind, and city conditions well

Mexican Sycamore is an excellent choice for large residential landscapes, parks, streetscapes, and commercial projects where quick shade and visual impact are desired. Its bold foliage, beautiful bark, and reliable toughness make it one of the best sycamores for North Texas